A soccer team signed a star player from a foreign league for a record transfer fee

The government released data showing a 4.5% increase in exports during the last quarterA supermarket chain started selling “imperfect” fruits and vegetables at discounted prices

A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief after a hurricane hit the east coastA snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 600 flights and closed government offices

A tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2500 new jobsLocal authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptops

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%Theater shows classic film with live musical accompaniment

Research finds that playing piano improves reading skills in kidsCamping store sells lightweight gear for backpacking trips

Marine biologists work to restore coral reefs damaged by pollutionSchool newsletter highlights student achievements in science fairs

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• ·Fashion designer uses traditional weaving techniques from South America in new collection
• ·Engineers tested a new type of bridge material that can withstand extreme weather conditions
• ·A fire department hosted a fire safety fair that taught 500 children about fire prevention
• ·Firefighters saved a family’s pet dog from a house fire in the early morning hours
• ·Schools introduced a new mental health support program for students and teachers
• ·A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating area
• ·Radio station adds new morning show featuring local news and interviews
• ·Scientists found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure in stressed adults
• ·A famous actor donated his collection of movie scripts to a film school
• ·Opposition leaders criticized the government’s handling of the energy crisis calling for urgent reforms
• ·A fashion brand used natural dyes
• ·A local bookstore expanded its collection of children’s books
• ·A bookstore started a program to read to children at local daycares
• ·A city council voted to increase the budget for public libraries to expand hours and resources
• ·Engineers create water filter that removes 99 percent of contaminants
• ·A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became an international bestseller